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Review by janice

"He made learning fun & easy.

Great guy, great teacher. Took the time and focused on me during the entire lesson. Geared the lessons specifically for me a

nd my interests and tastes in music. Took a personal interest in me as a person and encouraged me to practice and to explore all the different things I could do with my talent. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Very reasonably priced for all that you get out of the lessons."

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Portland, OR teacher:
Tim B.

Review by Lisa

"more than i imagined

i'm a singer/songwriter who lives in a different state than eric so i signed up for online voice lessons. i was apprehensive about t

aking lessons online but after reading eric's great reviews i figured i'd give it a shot. man am i glad i did. i'm just starting out with eric and already he has helped me so much. i've been looking to have power and proper placement with my voice and not only does he understand what i want, he's getting me there quickly. i should say i'm probably a tough case because i've been singing with bad habits and blocks for many years. much to eric's credit, he is always patient, encouraging and knows just what to say and have me sing to pull me out of it. i'm singing notes i never knew i could sing, it's truly awesome.just a word about the online experience. i'm definitely not tech savvy but online lessons were an easy experience for me. we've skyped, we've done face time. i can hear eric and the piano perfectly (no delay, etc. that's the part i was most concerned about). it all worked out great!i'm not sure where else this journey might take me. i know eric writes, teaches piano, guitar, etc. i could see working with him in any of those areas and benefitting greatly from it. for now, i'll focus on one thing and encourage anyone who's thinking about taking lessons with eric to go for it. i really believe he has a gift for teaching and can truly help any willing student grow.best of luck!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Eric J.

Review by Henry

"Great teacher, very patient with his students and knows what he is talking about! Highly recommended no matter if you are just a beginner or already have

some skills to it."

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Chicago, IL teacher:
Chen-Shen F.

Review by Samantha

"She is inspirational

I walk out of each lesson feeling inspired. Not just to go on singing, but to be a better person in life. There is no musical questi

on she has not been able to answer. I also feel uplifted in her presence.

She is wonderful!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Luca C.

Review by Mayra

"Wonderful teacher!

Jihye taught piano to our children for 4 years. She is organized, reliable and flexible. She takes pride on her students' success and

encourages progress in a fun way. With her teaching, she helped our son to be fully prepared to transition into playing percussion at school."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Jihye L.

Review by Erinn

"Wonderful Teacher!

Keith is a wonderful teacher. His so patient and dedicated. He has been teaching our 9 year old daughter guitar over the past year and

she has learned so much. He makes an effort to personalize his teaching to her musical interests and aptitude. I highly recommend him. He is always on time and always so pleasant and trust worthy."

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New York, NY teacher:
Keith D.

Review by Danny

"Enjoying this experience.

Eric is a very talented musician and has a great knowledge of vocal placement and techniques. I'm only two sessions in but Im e

xcited to see where I can go as far as my vocal range."

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New York, NY teacher:
Eric J.

Review by Karina

"Best Teacher Ever!

Ree has not only taught me how to control my vocals and different practice routines but she has taught me to believe in myself and lea

rn that you can do anything you set your mind to. I never knew my voice could do so many things until she taught me to experiment. She is super nice and down to earth. I know i don't have to feel judged or shy around her. She is patient and very knowledgeable! I definitely recommend her to anyone!"

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Nashville, TN teacher:
Ree B.

Review by Jordana

"My lessons

Dominic is patient and thoughtful, I am someone that started piano two years ago, and I am now in my 40'S therefore set in in my ways, and i c

ould not read music and had no idea how to play but decided one day I wanted to try. Dominic tries to get me as his student to feel the music through intuition, while also learning the parameters. He also has taught me that there are no mistakes; and it is important to have fun and keep moving forward. This is similar to the best wine connoisseurship classes that I have taken which make the point that while you can learn about wine the best wine is the wine that you enjoy."

Popular Music Teachers Near Plympton

Chuck W.

About Chuck

*** Lesson Details ***My lessons are custom-oriented to your goals. You will learn confidence in your abilities to perform well and have fun. I will train your mental toolkit, while steering you toward the digital and real-world tools you need to achieve musical success.

Working towards clearly defined goals in a low-pressure, focused environment, my students reach their maximum potential quickly and with confidence. With my expertise and your dedication, we'll have fun and you'll come away from each lesson with something new to work on.

You already enjoy listening to music, now it's t

ime to enjoy making it!

***About Me***I've appeared on recordings with dozens of rock, pop, jazz, and classical groups, and perform on a variety of instruments and styles throughout the Boston area.

I listen to and play all kinds of music from Beethoven to Stravinsky, Arcade Fire to Beyonce, James Brown to Snoop Dogg/Lion. I have had the pleasure to share the stage with rockers Dee Snider (Twisted Sister), Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots), and Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater), and jazz greats Maynard Ferguson, Jimmie Lunceford, Conrad Herwig, "Blue" Lou Marini, and Jeff Coffin (Flecktones).

It is a treat to share music with others, and my lessons are fun, challenging, and engaging.

Thanks for stopping by to look at my profile! Let's hang out and do music things.

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Reviews

Alex Y. August 6, 2015
Saxophone ·
Online Verified Student

Chuck is very patient and very knowledgeable, and he has a way to let the kids to absorb quickly. My son can already play 30 short songs on Saxophone and Guitar after only 5 lessons.

Cameron S. July 21, 2015
Saxophone ·
In home Verified Student

Chuck was on time, professional and my son really enjoyed his first lesson. Chuck was able to quickly figure out where my son was in the learning process so that they could get started right away. Excellent teacher!

Jeff July 17, 2015
Guitar ·
In home Verified Student

Chuck was terrific with both my five year old son learning to play for the first time and my more experienced husband learning to refine his skills and progress further with theory. He is excellent with children and my son keeps asking if he can come everyday.

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Chuck W.

Hanover, MA 02339

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starting at

$29
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Vasiliy M.

About Vasiliy

Hello, I am Vasiliy M, Boston University School of Music Alumnus (DMA in Composition). We dwell in Boston since Fall 2002; before that time , we lived in New York, where I studied Composition at Mannes College, The New School For Music. I received both BM, and MM degrees from Mannes in 1999, and 2001, respectively. Before an arrival to US, in 1994, I studied Jazz Performance, Electric Bass Major, and Classical Composition, at Moldova State Conservatory, from 1988 to 1993, respectively. I was raised in the family, where music is an essential part of its daily life; my father, Gr

igoriy, before his retirement, was a military band trombone player, and, quite naturally, I was exposed to music, and encouraged by my parents to learn playing an instrument of my choice, from my early childhood. My mother, Anisia Kondrat'ievna, possesses both beautiful vocal abilities and perfect pitch , although she has never had a chance to develop her natural gifts any further. But I have heard my mother singing, and these moments remain one of the most touching and impressive musical experiences, that I have ever received, and remember to this very day. Only after a considerable life experiences, abound of trials and mistakes, at the age of twenty five, I have come to a clear realization, that music remains my greatest passion, and that I would have to become a professional musician. With help and support of friends and colleagues, I have entered Community College in Soroki city, Moldova Republic, where I have studied Choral Conducting for Amateurs. I have graduated from school in May of 1988, having written a few instrumental and vocal compositions of my own, and, quite unexpectedly for myself, was invited, that summer, to visit Moldova State Conservatory, with the prospect of audition for the Composition Major. After the meeting with the Chair of the Department, I was offered an opportunity to be accepted to the Master Degree Program in Composition, provided I will have completed two years of preliminary studies of Music Theory, Music Harmony/Voice Leading, and many other related disciplines. Why do I bring all of these facts to this Essay? I know for the fact now, that I was not ready for what was awaiting ahead of me, back then. There was no way, that I could cope with the demands of Composition Program curriculum. But I have had love for music, that my parents have implemented in me throughout my childhood; I have had natural abilities, that Heavens supplied me with: and I have had a chance to make my dream a reality, providing I do everything that I will have to, during the following years of struggles and study. The decision was made, and my studies have begun. I have come through every mistake, defeat, and mind-barriers imaginable, and if it would not be a continuous stream of professional help and support, that I have received from my numerous teachers, mentors, and professors, along the years of study, my goals could never be attained to any modest, but real degree. Whenever I have a chance to teach, tutor, or assist other musicians with their study, my past experience always reminds me, that any person may experience some difficulties of various nature with the learning material, from time to time, and that those difficulties should be addressed by student's teacher with the highly individual approach, however time-and effort-consuming it may be. Patience and respect, in regard to the students, have become as important aspects of teaching to me, as those of discipline and professionalism. My studies have come to an end; I see now, that the world of music is an endless entity, for it has no boundaries, and we all have to maintain our further progress, in order to move to our chosen destinations, and to help others with their own advancements.

Sincerely Vasiliy M.

*** Lesson Details ***I would be more than willing to assist my prospective students with their various musical endeavors, and people's willingness to either play music instruments,take voice lessons, or to study Music Theory/ Musicianship disciplines will serve us as a starting point for our work. Through the diligent preliminary talk we will discuss various aspects of interest that my students have developed in relation to music, so we could plan and design our future lessons according to an initial discussion. My job and responsibility will be to make an intelligent assessment of my students' natural abilities for the given subject of study, to create vigorous learning atmosphere during our meetings, and to give my students professional instructions to the best of my humble abilities, for the benefits of their musical , aesthetic, and personal development. I will encourage my students to learn as much as they can, at the given moment, but I will not ever attempt to exceed people's natural capabilities. Participation in Music with love and fun should be as rewarding and valuable to the music amateur, as professional performing career ( with its highly demanding standards) stands for classically trained musicians. During our study sessions, we will work upon the goals and tasks that we have discussed at the beginning of our meetings. My ultimate goal as a teacher was and will always be to help my students discover and bring forward their best creative potentials through the intensive musical studies and practice, and, at the same time, to favor heir initial interest's transformation into a deep, serious passion.

*** Specialties ***As a Bass - player, I have been performing in Big-Band Orchestras, Jazz Sextets, Quartets, Trios, Duos.I was also a Progressive-Rock Band Bass-Player.John Pretlor Band, (R&B style, Soft Jazz) hired me, as a Bass Player, before I went to Mannes College, to study Composition.

Reviews

Jayshree April 20, 2016
Piano ·
In studio

My son, Siddarth has been learning Mr.Vasily for about 2 and half years now and I can tell that Mr.Vasily is a great teacher. He's dedicated and expresses a lot of patience when my son forgets or misses his notes. Mr.Vasily also encourages Siddarth to excel by being constructive and not in a negative way, which both my husband and I really appreciate. To excel in anything, it's important to have a good teacher, and we are very happy that our son's learning from one such teacher!

Priya S. March 23, 2016
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

Vasiliy has been working with my 7 year old for around six months now. He is a very patient and loving teacher with a strong work ethic. He takes effort to build the foundations of piano, both theory and practice. We have been very pleased with his guidance.

Juniper T. February 6, 2016
Piano ·
In home Verified Student

Vasily is a wonderful teacher. He is kind, patient, and relates very well to our shy daughter. He is teaching her to "know" the piano, in a delightful and disciplined way, and of course he is teaching her to play. Juniper leaves every session feeling accomplished and happy! We are very happy to have started lessons with him.

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Vasiliy M.

Boston, MA 02113

(12)

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

Yun H.

About Yun

Yun H started recording as a singer at a very young age. She has recorded and released 9 albums as a member of “Green Swallows” from 1999 to 2005 and two solo albums in 2004 and 2005. To further broaden her musicianship, she studied composition, arranging and performance at the Berklee College of Music, and completed a Performance Degree. As a versatile performer, she sings in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Her sound is a blend traditional Chinese folk and contemporary jazz / soul music. Yun has performed in music events in New England and beyond, including “Roots and Gospel in Gardner Mus

I like my singing lessons with Yun. She is not only an amazing teacher with professionalism and ethics, but very reliable, understanding, supportive, and patient. She gives unique methods that helps you sing better and won't loose your voice. She will make sure that you meet your goals and she is there every step of the way! I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends! Thank you Yun!

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Yun H.

Boston, MA 02115

(17)

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

Jennifer P.

About Jennifer

Hello! My name is Jen and I can't wait to meet you! I've been teaching private lessons since 2003 and have loved helping my students find their singing voice, become more confident in performing, and discover the joy of music! I graduated from Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in 2001 and earned a degree in Vocal Performance. I'm a caring and supportive teacher who is always looking for new ways to inspire and challenge my students. I believe that with a good singing technique, you can sing any style of music. I look forward to helping you reach your goals!

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Reviews

Maria Channon March 5, 2016
Singing ·
In studio

I have been working with Jen on music for over ten years. Just recently, in the last 6 months or so, I went to her to help me tackle a specific problem in my voice. Within just a few lessons, she developed an insight into how to help me, and we began to make real progress. I now have a specific pathway in which I am confident that with persistent work, I can overcome this problem. Jen has real insight into the human voice, and true compassion and patience when working with others.

Judith Jain March 4, 2016
Singing

Jen is a phenomenal teacher. She is very caring, passionate about making music and is always looking for ways to learn more and enhance the musical life in the community. She has a Bachelor's Degree from the prestigious Indiana University School of Music in Voice Performance, and continues to perform and conduct regularly. I strongly recommend her as a voice instructor!

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Jennifer P.

Quincy, MA 02171

(2)

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

Bobby G.

About Bobby

I am a professional, classically trained vocalist in the Boston area who is offering voice, piano, and music theory lessons at a competitive price. I currently attend Bridgewater State University for Music Education and have completed sixty (60) college credits. Email me at rgariepy@bridgew.edu or text me at (508) 257-1990 to schedule your first lesson today! You can also find me online at www.southshorevoice.webs.com

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